Brunei continues to rely heavily on imported food while its agri-food sector accounted for only 1.3% of GDP in 2025. Improving technology, skills, linkages between agricultural producers and supporting industries, and developing higher-value niche products can help unlock the sector’s potential.

Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah paid a visit to former Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad at the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday (Oct 4, 2026), during his stay in the capital. Photographs of the meeting were later shared on Dr Mahathir’s official FB page.

Expanding Brunei's domestic agri-food production could boost output and employment, enhance food security and diversify its economy. However, the sector continues to face structural constraints that limit its productivity, competitiveness, and long-term development.

O&G revenues account for nearly three-quarters of Brunei’s public revenue, leaving its fiscal balance highly sensitive to energy prices. Our latest blog highlights the importance of sequencing reforms carefully—strengthening existing instruments, building administrative capacity, and laying the groundwork for broader taxation over the medium term.

Alibaba Cloud was thrilled to participate in the Brunei AITI Digital Conference, showcasing our latest cloud and AI innovations alongside our valued partner, Progresif. We were honored to host the Minister of Transport and Infocommunications, YB Dato Seri Setia Awang Mohammed Riza, at our booth to discuss Brunei’s digital future. On stage, our Solution Architect, Lim Hong Cho, shared how enterprises can scale AI and drive bottom-up innovation using Agentic AI tools like Wonderclip and MuleRun. We look forward to continuing to empower Brunei’s digital ecosystem! 🤝🚀 #AlibabaCloud# #AgenticAI# #Mulerun# #Wonderclip#

AMRO recently conducted two workshops in Lao PDR and Brunei Darussalam to deepen official’s understanding of the Chiang Mai Initiative Multilateralisation (CMIM) —the region’s financial safety net—and strengthen its operational readiness. Through technical workshops, regular test runs, and policy advice, AMRO works with ASEAN+3 members to keep the CMIM operationally ready and responsive to the region’s evolving needs—helping strengthen regional financial resilience. 👉Learn more about the CMIM:  

President Xi Jinping met with Crown Prince of Brunei Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, who is on an official visit to China. This year marks the 35th anniversary of the establishment of China-Brunei diplomatic ties. In a changing and turbulent world, the two sides should stay committed to the vision of a China-Brunei community with a shared future, strengthen strategic communication and deepen practical cooperation to provide more certainty and positive energy for peace and stability in the region.

As close neighbors across the sea, China and Brunei have long been connected by the ancient Maritime Silk Road, which brought the two peoples together through trade, culture, and friendship. This year marks 35 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Ang Kai Lip, a participant in the 12th Peking University Oriental Scholarship Program on Governance, shares how his journey to China became a story of reconnecting with heritage and building mutual understanding. From recognizing China’s rapid development to understanding the governance logic and strategic policies behind that development, Ang’s experience reflects the warmth of people-to-people exchange. Through dialogue, learning, and shared stories, the bridge between China and Brunei continues to grow stronger. #GlobalSouth#